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Ashwyn Howard

Cavan,ON

Summary

Experienced National Certified Pool and Waterfront Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor with a collaborative and organized nature. Highly effective at working in team-based environments with minimal oversight. Reliable and safety-minded with exceptional customer service when assisting patrons. Consistently remains calm and focused in stressful environments. Talented in swim instruction for all ages. Committed to promoting safety in and around pools and large bodies of water. Certified in First Aid/CPR/AED. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor

City Of Peterborough
05.2023 - Current
  • Provided friendly customer service and addressed concerns.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Prevented accidents through regular equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Monitored safety of patrons in and around swimming pool.
  • Scanned main areas to monitor for any safety risks.
  • Organized and taught swimming lessons to children
  • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.

Snowboarding Instructor

Brimacombe Snow School
12.2021 - 03.2024

In my role as a snowboarding instructor I

  • Utilized variety of snowboarding techniques to impart knowledge and customized instruction to individual skill levels.
  • Organized and led weekly classes and individual sessions.
  • Stayed on top of current weather conditions to maintain student safety.
  • Detailed safety rules and procedures regarding activities for customers and guests.
  • Demonstrated snowboarding techniques based on established course framework and student ability levels.
  • Utilized variety of snowboarding techniques to impart knowledge and customized instruction to individual skill levels
  • Maintained optimal physical condition and stamina for continuous teaching and demonstrations.

Camp Counsellor

Youth Leadership Camps Canada
07.2022 - 08.2022

I enjoy supporting children to discover joy and helping to foster their curiosity. These were accomplished in my role as a Camp Counsellor in the following ways

  • Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
  • Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities
  • Supervised groups of children in log cabins for sleepaway camp.
  • Taught campers outdoor-focused skills such as kayaking and rappelling to increase campers' self-reliance and confidence.
  • Developed age-appropriate arts and crafts activities to encourage campers' artistic skills development and creative expression.
  • Delivered first aid for accidents and injuries in compliance with established procedures to promote campers' well-being and health.
  • Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
  • Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
  • Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakefield College School
4391 County Rd 29
06.2024

No Degree - French Immersion - Honor Roll

Westmount Public School
1520 Sherwood Crescent, Peterborough, ON K9J 6T8
06.2020

Skills

  • Group leadership
  • Safety awareness
  • Responsible
  • Flexible & Adaptable
  • Good listening skills
  • Critical thinking
  • Self-motivated
  • Conflict resolution
  • Patient
  • Creative thinking
  • Multitasking abilities

Certification

  • National Lifeguard - Waterfront 2023-06-29
  • National Lifeguard - Pool 2023-06-17
  • National Swim Instructor 2023-06-06
  • Airway Management - 2023-06-29
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HCP 2023-06-29
  • CASI Level 1 Snowboard Instructor - December 2021
  • CASI Snowboard Park 1 Instructor - January 2022
  • Bronze Cross - June 2022
  • Bronze Medallion - June 2022
  • ORKA Boat Levels 1-4 - June 2022
  • Standard & Emergency First Aid w CPR - June 2022
  • Emergency First Aid with CPR-B 2022-07-08
  • Certified Camp Counsellor - August 2022






Timeline

Lifeguard and Swimming Instructor

City Of Peterborough
05.2023 - Current

Camp Counsellor

Youth Leadership Camps Canada
07.2022 - 08.2022

Snowboarding Instructor

Brimacombe Snow School
12.2021 - 03.2024

High School Diploma -

Lakefield College School

No Degree - French Immersion - Honor Roll

Westmount Public School
  • National Lifeguard - Waterfront 2023-06-29
  • National Lifeguard - Pool 2023-06-17
  • National Swim Instructor 2023-06-06
  • Airway Management - 2023-06-29
  • Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - HCP 2023-06-29
  • CASI Level 1 Snowboard Instructor - December 2021
  • CASI Snowboard Park 1 Instructor - January 2022
  • Bronze Cross - June 2022
  • Bronze Medallion - June 2022
  • ORKA Boat Levels 1-4 - June 2022
  • Standard & Emergency First Aid w CPR - June 2022
  • Emergency First Aid with CPR-B 2022-07-08
  • Certified Camp Counsellor - August 2022






Ashwyn Howard